These decorative items are wrist adornments affiliated with a historically Black Greek-lettered fraternity. They often incorporate the fraternity’s colorscrimson and creamsymbols, or founding year. The accessories serve as a visible representation of membership, affiliation, or support for the organization.
The significance of such items extends beyond mere decoration. They provide a sense of community, promote fraternal identity, and can serve as a conversation starter, facilitating connections among members and those interested in the organization’s history and principles. Historically, displaying fraternal symbols has been a means of expressing solidarity and pride within the African American community.
